The Taproom Podcast
The Taproom Podcast
Mike
Ep. 180 - w/ Matt and Jenna of Tap Yard Tulare: Beer, Golf Sims & Great Vibes
57 minutes Posted Jul 19, 2026 at 4:45 pm.
Intro and Georgia Recap
World Cup and Upcoming Episodes
Meet Jenna and Matt
How Tap Yard Began
Jenna’s Hospitality Journey
Local Beers and Community
Family-Friendly Taproom
The Four Pack
Collabs and Guilty Pleasures
Sports, Music, and Events
Food Trucks and Local Eats
Behind-the-Scenes Work
Karaoke and Event Planning
Situational Beer Picks
Memorable Taproom Moments
The Six Pack
Valley Brewery Favorites
Childhood Nostalgia
Dream Beer Guests
Brewery Mount Rushmore
Throwback Snacks and Games
Growth and Community Impact
One-Word Descriptions
Local Breweries to Visit
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Episode 180 of the Taproom Podcast features hosts Mike with guests Jenna Marquez and Matt Taylor of Tap Yard (and Drybox) in Tulare. They discuss opening and building a family-friendly taproom, adding Drivebox golf simulators, the 5,000 sq. ft. patio and LED Brewview wall, and curating a local craft beer lineup featuring 1852, Salty Walrus, Crow & Wolf, Firestone and more.Key highlights include their Tap Yard Lager collab with 1852 that donates $1 to a new local nonprofit each month, rotating food trucks and events (karaoke, dueling pianos, line dancing, comedy), the penny-covered bar contest, memorable guests like David Walker, and how Tap Yard supports and revitalizes downtown Tulare.Expect stories about community-first hospitality, scheduling challenges during big events like the World Cup, and practical details for visitors—what to drink, where to sit, and why Tap Yard has become a local hub for beer, music and family-friendly fun.